Bikaner Package

Bikaner Package

Jodhpur - Jaisalmer with Bikaner is a short break itinerary that explore three popular Desert circuit destinations of Rajasthan (Jodhpur (Craft Village, Fort, Temples), Jaisalmer (Fort, Sand Dunes, Temples) and Bikaner(Forts, Palaces, Temples). Jaisalmer is the main attraction of Desert Rajasthan. The city of Jaisalmer is famous for its exceptional monuments, desert and historical haveli. Tourists and history freaks have endless love for the city.

This trip will take you to almost of Rajasthan in short duration including Jodhpur, jaisalmer, Bikaner which is Known for its history, culture, scenic locations and the Rajputana times. It is surrounded by Aravalis - India's oldest mountain range and some part is covered by Thar Desert. Handicrafts, Royal palaces, Wild Life, Bird sanctuaries, puppet shows, traditional art and culture, prominent structures that represent the architectural heritage, Havelis, Forts & Palaces, Temples.

Day 1: Arrival in Jodhpur

Arrived at Jodhpur Pickup from Jodhpur Arrival / Railway Station by our representative and transfer to your respected Hotel and after wash & Change visit to Mehrangarh Fort, situated on a low sandstone Hill, including Moti-Mahal and Phool Mahal. Also visit Jaswant Thada, an imposing Marble Memoriam built in 1899 and the museum located in the Umaid Public Gardens and local market of Jodhpur. Overnight at hotel. 

Day 2: Jodhpur – Jaisalmer (290 km 7hrs)

After breakfast visit Clock Tower and drive to Jaisalmer in evening reached at jaisalmer and visit the manmade lake (Gadisar Lake) Rest of the Day at leisure. Overnight at hotel. 

Day 3: Jaisalmer

Morning visit Jaisalmer Fort, Bazars and the old mansions known as "Havelis". People still live in these ancient buildings dating from 12th to 15th century. Every house has exquisite carvings and filigreed work. Evening visit sand dunes. Overnight at camp. 

Day 4: Jaisalmer – Bikaner (340 kms 8 hrs)

Early morning after breakfast drive to Bikaner. Evening city tour of this desert city, Bikaner is bolstered by imposing walls and has a 16th century fort housing old palaces, temples and a mosque. Founded by Raja Rai Singh, the fort is distinguished by its long range of 37 pavilions, a line of balconies and aerial windows of varying designs. An enormous arched doorway leads to the Joramal Temple. The royal chapel is Har Mandir where royal weddings and births were once celebrated. Overnight at hotel.

Day 5: Bikaner Departure

After breakfast proceed for half day sightseeing We begin our tour with the formidable Junagarh fort. The fort complex has some of the most magnificent palaces, like Anup Mahal, Ganga Niwas and Rang Mahal.  Later transfer to Airport/ Railway station to onward journey.

Payments policy

• 25% Amount at the time of booking. 100% Amount 15 days or earlier, before travel date. Payment by cheque or online payment facility available. Your booking confirmation number will be provided to you.

Tour Cancilation policy

• Strictly depends upon concerned hotel's cancellation policy
• Minimum Cancilation charges before 10days of Travel Date is 10% of package cost

• Package cost will change if opted for guide service, choice of transport vehicle, hotel type change
• Accommodation charges as mentioned in the package are with 2 persons staying together sharing the same room
• Extra persons in same room charges extra
• Altough we ensure you the best experience but unfortunate delays in travel and inefficient service of hotel is the responsibility of the respective parties.

By Air:

The city is served by Bikaner Domestic Airport (Nal Airport - Airport Code: BKB), located 13 km west of the city center. Nal Airport operates scheduled flights connecting New Delhi and Jaipur. Major alternate airport gateways include Jodhpur Airport (JDH - 250 km / 4.5 hours drive) and Jaipur International Airport (JAI - 330 km / 5.5 hours drive), which operate extensive domestic and international flight connections.

By Train:

Bikaner Junction Railway Station (Station Code: BKN) and Lalgarh Junction (Station Code: LGH) are major railway division headquarters in Rajasthan, connected by premier express trains:

• Delhi-Bikaner Superfast Express / Intercity: Daily direct trains connecting Delhi Sarai Rohilla (DEE) to Bikaner in 6 to 7 hours.
• Kalka-Bikaner & Howrah-Bikaner Express: Long distance direct express trains connecting Kolkata, Haridwar, Chandigarh, and Mumbai.
• Bikaner-Yesvantpur Express: Direct southern express train connecting Bengaluru and Pune.
• Prepaid auto rickshaws, app cabs, and cycle rickshaws operate round the clock outside Bikaner Junction.

By Road:

Bikaner is connected via modern national highways and the newly developed Amritsar-Jamnagar Economic Corridor (NH-754K), National Highway 11 (NH-11), and National Highway 62 (NH-62):

• From Jodhpur (~250 km / 4.5 hours): Direct drive via Nagaur on NH-62.
• From Jaipur (~330 km / 5.5 hours): Smooth drive along NH-11 via Sikar and Fatehpur Shekhawati.
• From Jaisalmer (~330 km / 5.5 hours): Desert highway drive via Pokhran on NH-11.
• From New Delhi (~450 km / 7.5 hours): Highway drive via Rohtak, Hisar, and Sadulpur on NH-9 and NH-52.
• State Buses: RSRTC operates daily Super Luxury Scania, Volvo AC, and sleeper buses to Bikaner Central Bus Stand from Jaipur, Jodhpur, Delhi, and Ahmedabad.

Bikaner offers a remarkable collection of unconquered desert forts, red sandstone merchant havelis, sacred shrines, and camel research sanctuaries:

1. Junagarh Fort & Anup Mahal Gold Leaf Courtyards (1589 Fortress)

Commissioned in 1589 CE by Raja Rai Singh, Junagarh Fort is a formidable desert plain fortress constructed in red Dulmera sandstone and Italian marble. The fortress encloses opulent royal apartments including the gold embossed *Anup Mahal*, the mirrored *Chandra Mahal*, the cloud painted *Badal Mahal*, and the Prachina Heritage Museum displaying royal coronation robes and World War I biplanes.

Junagarh Fort — 16th-Century Unconquered Red Sandstone Desert Citadel in Bikaner

2. Karni Mata Temple at Deshnoke (Sacred Kaba Temple - 30 km)

Located 30 km south of Bikaner in Deshnoke, the world famous Karni Mata Temple is dedicated to the 14th century female mystic and clan goddess Karni Mata. The temple is home to over 25,000 sacred black and rare white rats (*Kabas*), which roam freely across the marble floors and silver gateways, protected and fed with milk bowls by devotees who consider spotting a white rat an auspicious blessing.

Karni Mata Temple — World-Famous 600-Year-Old Sacred Rat Shrine and Marble Temple at Deshnoke

3. Lalgarh Palace & Sadul Museum (Indo-Saracenic Red Sandstone Estate)

Commissioned in 1902 by Maharaja Ganga Singh in memory of his father Maharaja Lall Singh, Lalgarh Palace is an architectural marvel designed by British architect Sir Samuel Swinton Jacob. The estate features intricate filigree lattice stone jharokhas, terraced lawns with dancing peacocks, the royal *Sadul Museum*, and the world's fourth largest private palace library.

Lalgarh Palace — Grand Indo-Saracenic Red Sandstone Royal Residence and Heritage Museum in Bikaner

4. National Research Centre on Camel (Asia's Camel Farm & Dairy)

Situated 8 km outside the city in Jorbeer, the ICAR National Research Centre on Camel (NRCC) is the premier camel breeding, genetics, and dairy research institution in Asia. Visitors can observe four distinct camel breeds (Bikaneri, Jaisalmeri, Marwari, Mewari), enjoy camel riding across sand dunes, and sample fresh camel milk kulfi, ice cream, and tea at the dairy parlor.

National Research Centre on Camel — Asia's Premier Camel Breeding Institution and Safari Center in Bikaner

5. Rampuria Havelis & Dulmera Red Sandstone Jharokhas (Old City)

Built by the wealthy Rampuria merchant family over three centuries in the old walled city, this cluster of seven interconnected palatial mansions is constructed in red Dulmera sandstone. The havelis showcase an opulent fusion of Victorian, Mughal, and Rajput stone carving, featuring curved bay windows, floral balconies, and ornamental woodwork.

Rampuria Havelis — Ornate 400-Year-Old Red Sandstone Merchant Mansions in Bikaner Old City

6. Bhandasar Jain Temple & Ghee Foundation Shrines (15th Century)

Dedicated to the 5th Tirthankara Lord Sumatinath, this three story 15th century Jain temple was constructed by merchant Bhandasa Oswal using 40,000 kilograms of pure clarified butter (ghee) mixed directly into the mortar foundation. The upper floors feature vibrant leaf gold paintings and mirror work.

7. Gajner Palace & Wildlife Sanctuary on Gajner Lake (32 km)

Set beside a peaceful lake 32 km from Bikaner, Gajner Palace was built in red sandstone as a royal hunting and summer lodge by Maharaja Ganga Singh. The adjoining forest sanctuary is home to blackbucks, nilgai, wild boars, and migratory Imperial sandgrouse.

8. Devi Kund Sagar Royal Cenotaphs (Chhatris of Bikaner Rulers)

Located 8 km east of Bikaner, Devi Kund Sagar is the royal cremation ground of the Rathore rulers. The site features dozens of elaborately carved marble and red sandstone cenotaphs (*chhatris*) adorned with floral carvings, equestrian reliefs, and intricate ceiling murals.

9. Ganga Government State Museum (Harappan Pottery & Royal Armory)

Established in 1937 during Maharaja Ganga Singh's Golden Jubilee, this museum houses extraordinary archaeological artifacts from the Indus Valley / Harappan civilization excavated at Kalibangan, along with medieval Rajput armor, camel hide paintings, and gold coin collections.